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Is there anything worse than waiting? The average person throughout their lifetime spends five years waiting in lines and queues. Roughly six months of that is waiting at traffic lights! Waiting is simply a part of life. We wait for … Continue reading →

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017, the congregation of Castleton United Methodist blessed me with the opportunity to attend The Leadership Institute at the Church of the Resurrection (further known as COR) in Leawood, KS. COR is pastored by Adam Hamilton … Continue reading →

It was a beautiful Labor Day and my family and I was enjoying it by attending a family favorite amusement park. We were well prepared for the day, the lines were short, and the weather was nothing short of perfection. … Continue reading →

This past Saturday I participated in yet another bicycle ride. Yes, I really do love riding my bicycle. There is so much to love…good exercise, a simple form of transportation, and a great way to meet new friends. When I … Continue reading →

July 1st marked the beginning of a new conference year for all United Methodist clergy/congregations. This past Sunday some churches were told the news that their pastor(s) were appointed for another year while other congregations heard a sermon from a … Continue reading →

My family and I decided to watch the Pirates of the Caribbean movies and we just finished watching the second movie of the series. There is a part in the movie where Captain Jack Sparrow says, “why is the rum … Continue reading →

Over the past few months I have taken a break from writing and posting do to a season of business in my life. Honestly, I have enjoyed the break but I am now ready to get back to posting, sharing, … Continue reading →

Taking the Long Way On Sunday August 28th during a sermon, I used Peter Jenkins best-selling book “Walk Across America” as a sermon illustration. Peter Jenkins walk was made famous in the 1994 movie Forest Gump. Could you imagine doing … Continue reading →

Taking the Long Way On Sunday August 28th during a sermon, I used Peter Jenkins best-selling book “Walk Across America” as a sermon illustration. Peter Jenkins walk was made famous in the 1994 movie Forest Gump. Could you imagine doing … Continue reading →